SWIFT/BIC code BEFNBGS1XXX
BEFNBGS1XXX belongs to Benchmark Finance in Sofia, Bulgaria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BEFNBGS1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BEFNBGS1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Benchmark Finance |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sofia |
| Country | Bulgaria |
How the Benchmark Finance SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BEFN Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- S1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which bank is behind SWIFT code BEFNBGS1XXX?
The code BEFNBGS1XXX belongs to the main office of Benchmark Finance in Sofia, Bulgaria. Use it when a payment to Benchmark Finance does not need a specific branch.
Does Benchmark Finance use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BEFNBGS1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Benchmark Finance in Bulgaria, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Are BEFNBGS1 and BEFNBGS1XXX the same code?
Yes. BEFNBGS1 is the 8-character version of BEFNBGS1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Benchmark Finance in Sofia.
Do I need BEFNBGS1XXX to send euros to Bulgaria?
Bulgaria is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need BEFNBGS1XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Benchmark Finance?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I enter BEFNBGS1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BEFNBGS1XXX against the details from Benchmark Finance before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.